7 best electric fence insulators

Electric fence insulators are not related to nail clippers, nail tools, tools accessories, foot and hand nail care, or beauty and personal care. They belong to the domain of fencing and are used in conjunction with electric fences, as previously explained in the context of agricultural fencing, farm ranching, and property protection. Electric fence insulators are designed to prevent electric fence wires or tapes from coming into contact with objects that could ground the electrical charge, ensuring the fence functions as intended.Please let me know if you have any questions specifically related to electric fence insulators.

Below you can find our editor's choice of the best electric fence insulators on the market
  

Zareba Systems WP1933 Ceramic Lag Screw Insulator (25 Pack), Small

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Product description

Are you looking for a durable and long-lasting insulator? Look no further - the Zareba Small Ceramic Lag Screw Insulator is made of porcelain, an extremely strong type of ceramic. So strong that it can be expected to last the lifetime of the fence. To install, simply screw the lag insulator into a pre-drilled hole in your wooden post and slide your fence line through the insulator. The Zareba Ceramic Lag Screw Insulator works with traditional fence wire, high-tensile fencing, polywire, polyrope, and polytape up to 1 inch. Insulators ensure that the fence wire stays electrified and prevents it from touching posts that would absorb and mute the electricity.

  • Screw-on ceramic insulator, designed to last the lifetime of the fence
  • Designed for use with wooden posts
  • Use with all types of fencing wire, including high tensile, polyrope, and polytape up to 1 inch
  • Comes ready to use, 1 insulator per box

User questions & answers

Question: How many come in a pack
Answer: The one I bought came in a 25 pack containing 25, I believe the 1 pack contains 1
Question: Is this price for one or a package of 10? thanks
Answer: The pricing is for a single small insulator.
Question: Will this fit 6 gauge grounding wire
Answer: Yes, this will fit most grounding wire, including 6 gauge.
Question: what is the actual size of the insulator
Answer: The portion of the insulator that is not screwed into the post is approximately 2 inches.

Product features

Zareba Small Ceramic Lag Screw Insulator

The Zareba Small Ceramic Lag Screw Insulator is made from durable ceramic and prevents electricity from flowing out of the fence and into the post. Let your fence rely on this strong and reliable insulator. For use with wood posts only.

Use on Wood Posts

While wood itself is non-conductive, water is a conductor of energy. If your fence posts become damp or wet, the voltage from the fence line can transfer into the post itself. Use these ceramic insulators to prevent voltage loss on the fence line. Simply screw the lag screw on the insulator into a pre-drilled hole in your fence post, then slide the fence wire through.

Use with Any Fencing Wire

This ceramic lag screw insulator is suitable for use with traditional fence wire including high-tensile, polywire, polyrope, and polytape up to 1 inch. These screw-on insulators are durable, designed with porcelain style ceramic and will last the lifetime of the fence. When installed per the instructions they will not crack or warp even in high-tensile fence setups.

Zareba IT5XY-Z Snap-on 5-Inch Extender Insulator, 25 per Bag

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Product description

Zareba Yellow Snap-On 5-inchExtender Insulator extends the wire 5-inch from the post. This yellow insulator fits securely on standard (1-1/4 or 1.33) studded T-posts. No hardware is needed to put this insulator on a post.

  • Snap-on insulators
  • Fits securely on standard (1-1/4 or 1.33) studded t-post
  • No hardware needed
  • Extends wire 5-inch from post
  • 25 insulators per bag

User questions & answers

Question: The description and picture are for a snap on, wrap around insulator, but the title says screw on. Which is it
Answer: Thank you for pointing this out! This is for the snap-on type of insulator.
Question: How to install on the post? Will not slide down from the top, when we try to "snap" it on, it breaks. Do we need a special tool to install
Answer: These insulators are designed to simply slide around the T-Post until they snap on and should not require a special tool. They are intended for use on standard 1.25 or 1.33 studded T-posts. We apologize that they are breaking in this manner and would like to learn more so we may assist you further. Please contact us at 1-855-5-ZAREBA (1-855-592-7322).
Question: Will these fit 1 1/2 inch t-posts? all the ones they sell at home depot are 1 1/2, not
Answer: These insulators will fit a standard 1.25 or 1.33 studded T-Post.
Question: Will this work on chain link fence fabric
Answer: These insulators would only be recommended for use on T-Posts.
Question: Is there a 5 inch version
Answer: Not that I know of.
Question: Will these fit on the backside of a T-post? Everything i see has a picture of insulators on the front side
Answer: Absolutely. That is what makes these so versatile, the T-360 will fit on all 6 sides of any standard 1.25-1.33# t-post.
Question: How do the hold up to deer and snow drifts compared to pin locks
Answer: They work well in all environments and conditions. If you’re concerned about deer running through them, we like to stagger them so that fence cannot pop off.
Question: Will 1/4" polyrope fit in these
Answer: The T-360 will fit any wire/rope up to 1/4”. Check out this short demo video: https://www.facebook.com/LockJawzT360/videos/413156862458088/

Zareba Black GHPB Plastic Gate Handle

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Product description

This durable Zareba Black Plastic Gate Handle is molded of tough, high-quality plastic. It is designed with shockproof thickness for safe handling protection. As a general rule of thumb for insulated plastic gate handles, your electric fence should have one plastic gate handle for every electrified wire.

  • Molded of tough, high-quality black plastic
  • Shockproof thickness for safe handling protection
  • Fence should have one plastic gate handle for every electrified wire
  • Steel components provide a durable long-lasting handle

User questions & answers

Question: Is there an internal spring
Answer: I'm not sure what you are calling"field fencing".
Question: is there a way to keep the wire this hooks up to stay stable and in position to engage the handle
Answer: Hi, Katherine. No, the spacing on the wire would not match up with the insulator.
Question: how do you install electric gate handle
Answer: I also don't know about where to find a warranty. I also have had to replace these approx every 6 months. They simply fall apart. I'm looking for another product for my next purchase. I don't recommend this product.
Question: will it fit 1 1/4" by 1/2"" u post
Answer: Please let us know in the gift message section, or direct message us with the information. Thank you!
Question: Is there an insulator to snap onto field fencing
Answer: We ship within 24-48 hours of receiving your order.
Question: Would this fit on non climb wire
Answer: Sure, we can add a name inside. Please let us know your request in the gift message section at checkout. If you are using that section for a gift you can message us the information as well. We will get it either way.Thank you.
Question: Warranty?? It’s says on the package 5 year, they lasted 8 months. Email to company wouldn’t go through. Where’s the warranty info
Answer: Hi, I would suggest the 3X.

Zareba IT2XY-Z Snap-on 2-Inch Extender T-Post Insulator, 25 per Bag

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Based on 79 reviews Check latest price

Product description

Zareba Yellow Snap-On 2-inch Extender T-Post Insulator fits securely on standard (1-1/4 or 1.33) studded T-posts. It is fabricated as one molded piece, so it needs no hardware.

  • Fits securely on standard (1-1/4 or 1.33) studded t-post
  • One molded piece - needs no hardware
  • 25 insulators per bag

Zareba IWSIRB-Z Ring Insluator, 25 per Bag

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Product description

Zareba IWSIRB-Z Ring Insluator, Black, 25 per Bag

  • Fasten electrified wire to wooden posts so they don't become loose and lose energy
  • Angled slot ensures wire retention
  • For 9 gauge through 22 gauge high-tensile steel wire and aluminum wire, all polywire (both regular and heavy duty), and polyrope up to 1/4-inch in diameter
  • 25 Insulators per bag

User questions & answers

Question: How do these work screwed to Live trees? Will the electric fence field harm a live tree
Answer: This product is a handle only, any springs inside this handle are for product stability only, and will not cause the handle to expand.
Question: Will this hold up to UV rays
Answer: I think what you need depends on your particular installation. I bought screw eye things with an insulated feed-thru you attach the handle to to make the connection.
Question: Will fi-shock pw656y9-fs 9-strand polywire fit in the opening
Answer: The handle should be attached to the fence line in order to continue the fence charge. For more information, please contact us directly at 855-592-7322.
Question: What are the dimensions of these? The eye section; the overall lenght; the width
Answer: This clips to the chain link fence, not a post.

Zareba IW5XNY-Z Nail-on 5-Inch Extender Insulator, 25 per Bag

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Product description

Zareba Yellow Nail-on 5-inch Extender Insulator extends the wire 5-inch from the wooden post. It can be used with all gauges of wire.

  • Fastens electrified wire to wooden posts without losing energy through the post
  • Extends the wire 5-inch from the wooden post
  • For 9 gauge through 22 gauge high-tensile steel wire and aluminum wire, all polywire (both regular and heavy duty), and polyrope up to 1/4-inch in diameter
  • 25 Insulators per bag

User questions & answers

Question: will these work with 1/2" polytape
Answer: These are great. You can use a screwdriver through the rubber hole to twist them in. It is easy to do. They hold very well. There is a rubber flange so your wire never comes near the tree. I fenced over 3000 feet with quite a bit through some woods, I used trees where that worked better. It has been up over a year and I see no effect on the trees.
Question: I've been looking at a lot of these and it seems that since it extends out five inches from the pole, it would be easier to go around corners
Answer: Yes. This product is designed to be UV-resistant.
Question: How deep does the nail go into the pole
Answer: Yes, this ring insulator can be used with 9-20 gauge wire, all poly wire and poly rope up to 1/4th inch.
Question: Can these be used to keep wire 5 inches vertically from a fence railing
Answer: The eye section is approximately .75 inch x .50 inch, the overall length is approximately 3.5 inches long and the width is approximately 1.4 inches.

Zareba IWNY-Z Slant Nail Insulator, 25 per Bag

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Product description

The Zareba Yellow Slant Nail Insulator has a single-headed nail. This yellow insulator is packed 25 per bag. The yellow electric fence insulator extends wire 2 ½” from wooden posts without losing energy through the post.

  • For 9 gauge through 22 gauge high-tensile steel wire and aluminum wire, all polywire (both regular and heavy duty), and polyrope up to ¼” in diameter
  • Extends the wire 2 ½” from the wooden post
  • Nails included
  • 25 insulators per bag (Yellow)

User questions & answers

Question: Does this come in a larger size to keep the wire further from the fence
Answer: I've used them for 1/2 inch polytape. The tape curves going through the insulator, and rubs a bit (plastic on plastic), but I like them better than most styles of insulators for tape, and I'm just about to buy some more.
Question: what material are these made of
Answer: This insulator is not recommended for use on a corner post. However, we have several insulators that would work for this application. Please feel free to contact our Consumer Relations Team at 1-855-5-ZAREBA (1-855-592-7322) for further assistance.
Question: Does this come with nails
Answer: The nails are 4 inches long. When installed, the nail will extend approximately 1 inch into the pole.
Question: Will this hold a AGW 6 gauge copper ground wire
Answer: Yes this can.

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